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In 1868, after their father is wrongfully convicted and deported on the last prison ship to Australia, Patrick and his family are determined to stay together and follow their father to the far-off continent.
Quick Summary
A wrongfully convicted father gets shipped off to Australia on the last prison ship in 1868, and his kids must chase him across the ocean to keep the family together. Kids will root for Patrick and his siblings as they stow away on ships, outwit strict guardians, and navigate the wild Australian outback in a race against time. If your kid loves the survival challenges and historical grit of Hatchet, they'll devour this Aussie adventure about family loyalty and never giving up. Perfect for kids in grades 4 through 7 who enjoy historical fiction with heart-pounding action and a strong sibling bond at its center.